What is better than one mouthy stitches pouch - two, or maybe even three....?
I am way too indecisive and it shows when it comes to making things for swaps. I do look at my partner's mosaic and their blog and I read their comments about other swap items. I will decide what to make and then unless my partner says yes with enthusiasm I go into meltdown and think that she doesn't really like what I am making for her!
So then I end up making more than one item in the hope that I can hedge my bets...
So that is why I have not one, not two but three pouches to offer my partner.
Option number 1 is quite close to something in her mosaic. It is a mini handbag really and because I couldn't work out how to recess the zip - it would have required facings and all sorts - I just put in a zippered pocket to meet our zip requirement! Hope that keeps the mamas happy!? It is made in cord to give it a bit of body and help to keep it's shape. My youngest quite likes it and would have taken it for sure if it was RED!
Option number two is my original one in linen though rather modified. I took off the button, the ribbon trim and bow! And then added some material that went with my linen - a dusky blue, and an aqua dotty fabric and put the bow back on. The same fabrics are inside the bag and I used the dotty fabric to make some pockets!
Option three is a wildcard based on the comments of my partner on the other pouches being made and on my own personal taste. I have gone back to my favourite bright colours and done something I have been meaning to do for some time. I have tried out some Kantha quilting!
This is a technique from India which uses close stitching in running stitch. I had to choose a suitable motif - one that my partner seems to like - an elephant. She seems to have found a name already - Nelly! Both Helen and Judith have named her so - so Nelly she is then!
The bright colours continue inside with two pockets - one to take a rotary cutter or scissors, the other for a pen! I could easily fill it up with a hand piecing project.....
Unless my partner wants it.....?
I am way too indecisive and it shows when it comes to making things for swaps. I do look at my partner's mosaic and their blog and I read their comments about other swap items. I will decide what to make and then unless my partner says yes with enthusiasm I go into meltdown and think that she doesn't really like what I am making for her!
So then I end up making more than one item in the hope that I can hedge my bets...
So that is why I have not one, not two but three pouches to offer my partner.
Option number 1 is quite close to something in her mosaic. It is a mini handbag really and because I couldn't work out how to recess the zip - it would have required facings and all sorts - I just put in a zippered pocket to meet our zip requirement! Hope that keeps the mamas happy!? It is made in cord to give it a bit of body and help to keep it's shape. My youngest quite likes it and would have taken it for sure if it was RED!
Option number two is my original one in linen though rather modified. I took off the button, the ribbon trim and bow! And then added some material that went with my linen - a dusky blue, and an aqua dotty fabric and put the bow back on. The same fabrics are inside the bag and I used the dotty fabric to make some pockets!
Option three is a wildcard based on the comments of my partner on the other pouches being made and on my own personal taste. I have gone back to my favourite bright colours and done something I have been meaning to do for some time. I have tried out some Kantha quilting!
This is a technique from India which uses close stitching in running stitch. I had to choose a suitable motif - one that my partner seems to like - an elephant. She seems to have found a name already - Nelly! Both Helen and Judith have named her so - so Nelly she is then!
The bright colours continue inside with two pockets - one to take a rotary cutter or scissors, the other for a pen! I could easily fill it up with a hand piecing project.....
Unless my partner wants it.....?
You are quite frankly bonkers! Can't wait to see which one you send x
ReplyDeleteNicky those are fantastic! Lovely to see something so different too :-)
ReplyDeleteI must say I love them all!
ReplyDeleteI think your partner should be happy with any one of them. You are the cleverest.
They are all amazing. Option 2 has to be my favourite though =D
ReplyDeleteLol, 3 options?! I loved the first one, never mind the next two
ReplyDeleteI too love them all but I really really want the elephant please.
ReplyDeleteI love the elephants. You've certainly given your partner lots of choices there, I'm glad I don't have to choose!
ReplyDeleteNelly for me for sure - x
ReplyDeleteI hope she enthuses over one of them. I was put off swaps when neither of my victims commented on anything I posted! If its any help I love thm all, but if I could choose one I'd go for Nelly - I love the stitching
ReplyDeleteWow these are all great, the stitching on the elephant one is amazing.
ReplyDeleteNot one Pouch in the shower but three!!!!!! Oh sorry I knew I needed to be somewhere! lol They are all fantastic, lucky partner whatever you send!
ReplyDeleteLet's hope I'm your partner then! Jxo
ReplyDeleteI loved option 2 but then I saw 3...over the past two weeks I am attracted to anything elephants...(mabe because I see me...he,he) so I can't make a decision but know how you feel about the swap pressure. Now I know that Cindy wouldn't have put you as my partner again but if by chance......just send them all!!!!
ReplyDeleteI loved option 2 but then I saw 3...over the past two weeks I am attracted to anything elephants...(mabe because I see me...he,he) so I can't make a decision but know how you feel about the swap pressure. Now I know that Cindy wouldn't have put you as my partner again but if by chance......just send them all!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like they would all fit nicely one into another.
ReplyDeleteThey are all wonderful.
I LOVE them ALL.....so am relieved it is not my decision !!!!xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
ReplyDeleteI love them all too. my favorite is the first one. hugs from Italy. Alessandra
ReplyDeleteAll 3 are winners SS and your partner would be a very difficult woman if she didn't like any of them. Good luck with the parting.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Love the elephants! :o)
ReplyDeleteI love Nelly! And your partner is going to be thrilled whichever she chooses!
ReplyDeletewow - they're all so great and different - and Nelly is very cute. Love the cord and the big bow as well :) your partner is now spoiled for choice !
ReplyDeleteWell, bad luck all you lot! I am the luckiest one of all! I have received my wonderful pouch! And all the extras. I would have been happy with any of them! But I got my favourite so many many thanks! Love it!
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